Ways to
Feed Kids This Summer
BY SUSANNAH O. MACKAY
We are halfway into summer vacation, and that means you still will see lots of kids in the community, having fun at pools or on playgrounds. Sadly, it also is important to remember summer vacation can be a challenge for many children, too. Those who depend on schools for access to nutritious food especially are at risk. But, there is something you can do. Check out these important projects on justserve.org to support children and their needs this summer. And the best part? Your kids can help out, too.
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Prepare kits for children through MUST.
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Pack meals with YMCA.
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Help prepare lunches for children.
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Make sandwiches for those in need.
MUST serves more than 500,000 meals to children over a nine-week period every summer. Sign up to assemble bags for children to use for a week of meals or donate much-needed supplies directly to the warehouse. (https://bit.ly/3tdLkBN) The YMCA has always been a safe place for kids. Help them and support our communities by donating supplies to the food pantries or coming out to pack and deliver meals. (https://bit.ly/3PUWEN6) The Table on Delk works to support homeless women and children who are at risk for sexual exploitation. Sign up to decorate lunch bags, fill them and drop them off to the Marietta office. (https://bit.ly/3x8nkm8) Every week, The Sandwich Project collects homemade sandwiches at dropoff points throughout metro Atlanta. Check out the instructions and find a location near you. (https://bit.ly/3wZqSWl) Be sure to check out these great projects and more on the JustServe website. Or, for additional ideas, join the JustServe North Georgia public Facebook group. You truly can make an impact with simple acts of service!
JustServe.org is a free, nationwide website and app that works to match volunteers with nonprof it organizations and service opportunities. If you run a nonprof it or are looking for ways to make service a regular part of your life, check out justserve.org. You can sign up for regular updates and learn more about organizations nearby, too. JustServe makes it easy to just go out and serve!
Susannah MacKay is a local JustServe specialist. She grew up in Marietta and loves helping strengthen her community through service! Follow her on Facebook @JustServeGeorgia.
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